Hidden Gems in Near North Side

“I come here every Christmas and it never disappoints”

“Authentic flavors, fresh food, plenty of options”

“Food came out super quick and hot”

“The Apple Crepes remain my ultimate favorite dish!!! I dont like sweet things often, but I'll always get it there!”

“Surrounded by multimillion dollar houses, condos, high rises and hotels is a little house of a restaurant, Original Pancake House and it’s the BEST!”

“Seriously amazing blueberry pancakes. Some of the best actual pancake that I've had in a long, long time.”

“The scallop lychee pear aguachile was maybe the best thing I’ve eaten all year, and the beef cheek birria was rich and satisfying.”

“The sweet plantain and chorizo tacos are hands down the best dish I’ve had in Chicago, seriously unforgettable.”

“David was absolutely phenomenal!! He answered all of our questions and explained each of the dishes that we picked.”

“The Chaufa was tangy and filling, and the ice cream was a perfect ending - so smooth!”

“This is hands down our favorite restaurant in Chicago, and we eat everywhere, all the time.”

“Loved the tasting menu here. Amazing value for your money with quality seafood.”

“Each time was an amazing experience”

“Unbeatable combo deals, incredible value”

“Crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor”

“Couldnt get my mind off the fact it was raw beef”

“Our waiter, Antonio, was fantastic and let us hang out in his section after we finished eating until our evening reservation at the top of the Hancock Building.”

“Our annual dinner at Osteria was again a huge success with everyone delighted with the restaurant, the food and the excellent service and care by the entire staff.”

“We had our rehearsal dinner here many years ago and like to come back every now and then. Still delicious food, outstanding service and wonderful setting. Highly recommend!”

“Every single bite was superb. Tuna tartar was soft and creamy. Bone marrow was rich and the salad offered a nice contrast.”

“Our food was delicious and our server was top notch. I highly recommend the Roasted Bone Marrow smear, Spanish Octopus, Pork Belly and Broccoli.”

“Stopped in for a quick dinner at the bar on a work trip - excellent food, outstanding service, and a cool vibe.”

“We enjoyed the guacamole, a delicious gluten free burger with sweet potato fries and the kale salad was fresh and crisp.”

“Great vibe and my 3 kids fit in just fine! Loved the scene and how kid-friendly they were!”

“Michael was excellent, he knew the menu through and through. Professional and friendly.”

“This restaurant is amazing! Our waitress was so friendly and the food was delicious.”

“Owned by a kind Lebanese family, incredible service and delicious food.”

“Their homemade dolma is incredible, honestly one of the best I’ve ever had.”

“Figure we spent $125 for 4 plain bowls of pasta. It was delicious but no bread no Parm and water seemed like a precious commodity.”

“The food was great! Truffle gnocchi is so yummy and we had the best server!”

“Our server, Bradley B. Gave excellent recommendations & was kind and attentive.”

“Opted for the "Perfect 7" tasting menu, and while the dishes were flavorful and beautifully presented”

“Our server, Luis, went above and beyond to make the evening special.”

“I came here for a post-engagement dinner with my fiancee and the staff was so nice and really did a great job of making our dinner a special experience!”

“Outstanding quality, outstanding service and a great, quiet atmosphere! Well done!”

“My husband and I came through on a reservation Tuesday night for a simple date night where we were welcomed just minutes after walking.”

“Service was friendly, and that's about where the positives end. Food was average and the value is just not there.”

“Best ramen I've ever had”

“Just off of N Michigan Ave, inviting”

“Cute manga decor, casual vibe”

“The Kalbi plate here is my go to, tastes great and well seasoned with a good portion made fresh to order.”

“The service was A1, server gave me a few pieces of kalbi to try and was very respectful.”

“Meats, veggies, flavors galore all in tidy take out that made it back to our Airbnb.”

“I come here every time I visit. Everything is always amazing, but I especially recommend the Beef Wellington.”

“As a regular at Tortoise Supper Club in Chicago, I cannot recommend it enough.”

“This area nearby houses the corn cob condos and Legal Seafood w water views, they have live music and Saturday.”

“Our server was beyond nice (Reservation was under Bryan Loren @ 8pm hopefully you can find her and let her know she’s amazing), the environment was fun and relaxed,”

“Chloe was fantastic!! She was very knowledgeable about the menu as well as the wine options.”

“The food was so good!! I highly recommend the burrata lasagna! It comes with this meat ragu that was so delightful and it was phenomenal comfort food!”

“The bone in rib eye with sides and martinis at the bar is chefs kiss; best steak in the city, hands down.”

“The kitchen offers delicious food options, spanning from a unique Kansas City strip steak to the restaurant favorite Harry's Chicken Vesuvio.”

“Our waitress Elena was the perfect person. From courtesy to kindness and understanding she stood head tall over everyone.”

“We had a delicious meal and a fun time. The servers were so nice and everything came out with good timing.”

“Our server Jeff made our experience excellent! He was so nice! Highly recommend and definitely coming back.”

“Mario’s Table is a wonderful neighborhood spot for cozy a date night or family dinner.”

“We searched via online the Protein Bar & Kitchen that was nearest to MCA and couldn’t find it.”

“For example I swapped out chicken to get tofu as a vegetarian.”

“First off customer service is ALWAYS!!! And I mean ALWAYS ON POINT!!”

“Travelle is located at the Langham hotel. I recommend a spa day there at Chuan spa then going to the restaurant.”

“The best gluten free and diary free burger in Chicago and that I have ever had in my lifetime.”

“I hosted a birthday party at the wine Cellar at Travelle and it was outstanding.”

“I had the mushroom po boy - my friend said that her burger was one of the best she’d ever had.”

“My group arrived during Happy Hour and took advantage of the great deals they had going.”

“Our waitress Peyton did a great job, she was constantly asking did we need anything.”

“Took a large group here and had a fantastic time in their private office room.”

“Family visited from Pittsburgh for the Steelers game, and we chose this restaurant for a glorious luncheon!”

“We ordered the veggie deep dish and it was perfect.”

“Drove down from Wisconsin to celebrate our anniversary here as we've heard many wonderful things about the experience.”

“I had the Tetela which was yummy and definitely would recommend for a first timer.”

“Cody our server was so knowledgeable and friendly it surpassed our expectations, and made our dinner that much more enjoyable!”

“Best authentic Japanese food in the city. Everything we’ve had here is delicious. The place and food are so cozy.”

“It’s a little pricey but honestly worth it. Even outside of my Japanese bias it’s still my favorite restaurant right now.”

“I took a date here just days before Christmas Eve and had an amazing experience.”

“The ambiance of the restaurant is fantastic. Each of the rooms is distinct and offers a different vibe for you to enjoy your food.”

“The restaurant sits on one of the most beautiful streets in the city and inside the decor invokes a lush tropical hideaway.”

“Our favorite dishes this time were the elevated vegetable rolls, the pho, and the shaking beef - all outstanding.”

“The food was excellent, the atmosphere lively, and Ishi’s warm service made our dinner on the outdoor terrace even more enjoyable. Great value for money.”

“Our server, Emma, was wonderful and really made our experience special! She was so warm, attentive and knowledgeable about the menu.”

“It’s amazing, consistent, and always a delight. Already excited to go back.”

“This place was an ultimate experience. It was so wonderful for a girls night out to celebrate my birthday.!”

“The food was phenomenal (sadly not photographed) - we had the ribeye and the ragu, both were PHENOMENAL!”

“I would recommend coming here for HH before it gets busy, but dinner likely will take you the entire night if you order a proper meal which is frustrating.”

“This place was great! We hosted a small wedding lunch here and it was perfect.”

“The ambiance was fantastic, making it an ideal setting for a romantic date night.”

“Located in the heart of River North. They have a patio with heat warmers for the colder fall weather.”

“The roasted chicken, fried pork belly, soup of the day, and kids’ pasta were all excellent.”

“Such a beautiful restaurant with lots of natural light and a view of the river.”

“Amra, my waitress was amazing! She brings such a joy to her job”

“The Boucherie French 45 is incredible. I love browned butter fat washed vodka and it paired perfectly with the tart raspberry and pineapple.”

“We had a romantic dinner, and everything was perfect. The cozy, elegant atmosphere and truly excellent service.”

“I had the duck cassoulet which was perfect, the beans were nice and soft, the duck was cooked perfectly (nailed the crispy skin).”

“Caroline and Rome are the best servers and always take care of me!”

“All the food is great, & always looking forward to having the wings here!”

“It was a really quick turn around time after we ordered, the food came out so fast.”

“We took our seven-year-old bowling for the first time and all had a wonderful experience! Very family friendly and spotlessly clean.”

“Adriana the best bartender and server she really made us feel comfortable and welcome here at Kings.”

“The food was delicious - yummy appetizers and a variety of hearty options that kept everyone satisfied throughout the event.”

“The host who greeted us was incredibly kind and welcoming with us and our little one.”

“Met friends for brunch - I was looking for gluten free/dairy free CLEAN food.”

“The gluten-free bun definitely needs to be improved. I have had much better quality gluten-free buns at other restaurants.”

“Alex was our waiter and he was amazing. Everything we ordered were his honest recommendations and they all hit, one after another.”

“We ordered the pesto and pistachio pasta is undoubtedly the best pesto pasta we’ve had in Chicago.”

“Decorated for Christmas so it felt very cozy and perfect for a date night.”

“The staff looked like they did not want to be there. Not friendly at all.”

“24$ + tax for bowl of salad ( vinegar, lettuce and basic salad) …”

“Outdoor patio by the river is so charming especially when the night falls.”

“With so many great restaurants in Chicago, this may not be the best food, but it’s still good.””

“The food was excellent, I had cioppino on squid ink linguine, my wife had gnocchi.”

“I had the flat iron steak it was cooked to perfection as was the salmon.”

“The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great - but the real highlight? The staff!”

“She had the vegetarian omelette that had a ragout that was fantastic.”

“Although, our server only came over to us to order and then give us our check.”